Michigan Employment Lawyers

Employment law are those laws passed in Michigan that apply to employers, employees and independent contractors. These laws apply to every aspect of workplace endeavors, such as hiring practices, wage disputes, and firing of employees. Michigan's employment laws set forth specific mandates that need to be understood by both employers and employees.

At-Will and Contract Employment

Most job relationships in Michigan are on the basis of "at will" employment, but in other cases there may be an employment contract with a set term. "At will" employment implies that either the employee or the employer may end the relationship at any point, so long as the reason for the termination is not illegal. Employment laws of Michigan will be of primary importance in order to determine the clauses and agreements when an employment contract is used.

The Law of Discrimination in Michigan

The laws of Michigan in general prohibit discrimination. These laws apply to all stages of employment, ranging from the hiring procedure to the termination process. The law in Michigan defines certain categories, or classes, against which it is illegal to discriminate. These classes may include race, gender, age, national origin, disability and religion. Lawyers who specialize in workplace discrimination in Michigan can help clarify when behavior may be considered employment discrimination.

Michigan has a population of over 9 million people and is the 8th most populated state in the U.S. The name "Michigan" means "large lake". In the year 1837, Michigan became the 26th state to officially join the Union. The Michigan State Capitol is located in the city of Lansing in Ingham County.

Michigan's court system is comprised of three levels, each serving a different purpose. At the lowest level are the District Courts, Municipal Courts, and Probate Courts. Appeals and higher matters are heard at the intermediate level through the Circuit Court system. Michigan also operates a Court of Claims at the intermediate level, which hears administrative agency appeals involving claims against the state. Michigan's highest court is the Michigan Supreme Court.

Aside from hearing advanced legal claims, the Supreme Court also operates the Michigan Supreme Court Historical Society, dedicated to the preservation of Michigan's rich legal history. A famous Michigan court case is Workman v. Detroit Board of Education (1869), one of the first cases dealing with segregation in education. Another famous Michigan case is the Dr. Kevorkian trial involving assisted death and euthanasia. In 1846, Michigan was the first U.S. state to abolish the death penalty.

Lawyers in Michigan file most of their claims at the District or Municipal Court level. Michigan lawyers are experienced in a broad range of legal topics, allowing them to address the unique legal needs of the community. Michigan continues to promote its rich tradition of legal excellence and service.

5*****Barry S.
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Victoria D. ,
01/23/2015Barry has been an invaluable help to me! He is incredibly patient with this very emotionally charged case. With a situation and discrimination RE: ADA and HIPAA, violations, I totally trust Barry to be my legal advocate. He knows and understands where I'm coming from and what the laws are. He knows the laws inside and out. Even when I felt overwhelmed, his confidence really helped me let go and let him do what he does best and trust in his ability to fight for me! He is simply amazing! Thank you Barry!

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Richard P. ,
10/31/2017Mr.T. and his staff were prompt, courteous & professional in their mannerism.

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Alexander M. ,
09/27/2017Thank you for the help with my case! I am very content and appreciative of everything you did for me! I will definitely give you a call again if anything happens in the future!
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William G. ,
07/27/2017I recommend this lawyer, helpful and was able to talk to him over the phone, most
attorneys will have a secretary or paralegal speak to you.

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Adriana P. ,
06/29/2017Chris responded quickly and personally call me to discuss my case on a Friday . Chris proved to be knowledgeable in the legal area and was able to respond to my questions without pressuring me to make a decision right then and there. As Legal Language can often seem complicated and confusing to an ordinary individual like myself, I found Chris to be a very pleasant, easy to talk to person, with a non-intimidating attitude that immediately gave me the confidence that I'm taking to the right attorney. He was able to present my case options, the upcoming legal implications, the possible outcome and expectations in a way that I completely understood and comprehended, thus playing a valuable role that helped me make an educated decision regarding my case. I highly recommend Chris to anyone in need for a legal representation.

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Frances G. ,
06/08/2017I'm still working with this Lawyer and I'm liking everything that he has done, very professional.

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Kendra T. ,
05/24/2017I recommend Christopher T. due to his passion and commitment to my issue, also do to his extensive knowledge of the issue I dealt with. Also I believe Chris is the best at what he does and get the job done. Chris was very knowledgeable, helpful, persistent and honest providing advice for my case. He was the first lawyer I met with and who I ultimately ended up working with. His customer service and attentiveness was exactly what I needed!

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Brian F. ,
04/27/2017Great lawyer with an exremely good team. I would refer him and his team to my closest freinds and family members. Highly informative and the results of my case went beyond expectation.

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Valerie M. ,
04/06/2017Nothing less than awesome and professional...

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Jasmine W. ,
03/31/2017Chris T. and his team are awesome they were very helpful I recommend them highly to anyone that needs a wrongful termination lawyer I had a great experience with T. and his team

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Ruben L. ,
12/22/2016Christopher T. went above and beyond for me in My wrongful termination case. Christopher T. will do whatever it takes to become successful in anyone's case. Christopher is very professional, competent,and a Expertise in wrongful termination cases. As a client, i was very satisfied for the justice that i got in defeating my former employer with Christopher's help. I would recommend Christopher T. to anyone that wants a lawyer that will fight for you till you're successful and satisfied.

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Brian G. ,
12/16/2016Thank you for all your hard work on bringing to light the facts of my case.

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Joseph M. ,
11/03/2016Chris and his legal staff were extremely professional, well versed in legal strategy, attentative to my concerns, and extremely courteous.

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George D. ,
07/22/2016I know with all the high ratings I've given, one may question if it's authentic but it is. My case was a uphill battle from the start that I'm not sure how I would have got anything in my favor if it were not for Mr. T.. Very well manner, clean cut, presentable, educated and most important to those viewing this, knowledgeable person. I hope to never go through an ordeal which may require legal action again but if it presents itself, Mr. T. is my first and only call. Take the best chance and believe in Mr. T. as I did.

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Michelle T. ,
04/22/2016Mr. T. was very quick in communicating, took time to understand what I was looking for and trying to accomplish, patient with my unfamiliarity with the law, and very honest in what I needed to do and what I could expect. He was a pleasure to work with, and should I find myself in need of his services again, I would not hesitate to contact him. I highly recommend Christopher T..

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Aaron G. ,
08/18/2015Extremely knowledgeable and professional, fully understood what I was going through as well as answering all my questions completely and informative.

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Monica S. ,
07/21/2015Chris is a amazing lawyer that does his job extremely well. He was very helpful in answering any questions that I had and was there to walk me threw my settlement every step of the way. I would highly recommend him to anyone!

5*****Christopher T.
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Jennifer L. ,
07/16/2015My first lawsuit was with Mr. T.. He provided me with a lot of helpful information and told me honestly of my situation and what might or might not happen. I would also call him regarding any questions or concerns that I had, and he would thoroughly answer them for me. Mr. T. is a very knowledgable and skilled lawyer. I recommend everyone to go to him when in need. Thank you Mr. T. for taking my case! I'll look for you again if any situation arises :)

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Linda R. ,
07/15/2015Christopher T. was able to clarify some points regarding an employment situation that was troubling me. He helped me understand the big picture in clear, concise terms so that I could move forward with confidence in making an informed decision in my best interests. Christopher genuinely loves his work and shows compassion for his clients' legal concerns. I would highly recommend Christopher to anyone facing an employment or wrongful termination issue. Thank you.
Linda Rosa

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Sharon C. ,
07/15/2015Chris was always very prompt in responding to me. He is very knowledgeable and always had my interest in mind. I found Chris to be honest and ethical which isn't easy to come by. I would highly recommend him.

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Damon D. ,
08/08/2014Chris is an awsome attorney. He understood my situation and handled it perfectly. I would hire him again with no hesitation.

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Greg G. ,
12/07/2012Chris was a very pleasant and helpful Lawyer whom helped me understand my legal situation and guided me down the correct path. I know he will stand beside me if this situation requires.
Greg

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Mitch W. ,
11/13/2012Chris very quickly dispelled my fears and gave me very clear and concise advice. Though he could have billed me for several hours over this matter he dealt with this in but one hour and gave several legal precedents to me for clarification. I plan on definitely making use of Chris talents and obvious ethics again very soon.

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John B. ,
11/07/2012I was contacted within 2 hours of my request via LegalMatch.com by Mr. M.. He was most courteous on the phone and seemed to genuinely care that my issue be resolved. After a discussion of around 10 minutes, I was sent an engagement letter that I returned, along with the documents I was requesting assistance on. By 9:30a the next morning, I had received a call with all the information I needed to resolve my issue.
I would suggest contacting Mr. M. without hesitation. He is both personable, professional, and quite prompt. I do not know how my needs could have been met with more satisfaction. While I do not look forward to the need of legal assistance again, I am glad to have made contact with this attorney and will be contacting him straightaway in the event such a need presents itself.
Thank you Mr. M. and LegalMatch.com.
Sincerely,
John B.

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Hieu N. ,
11/02/2012TALKED TO ME CLEARLY AND SLOWLY SINCE ENGLISH WAS NOT MY NATIVE LANGUAGE. VERY GOOD LAWYER.